Just did my front rotors and pads. When I bought the car thought they must be OK b/c they didn't shake. Well, they were far gone depite no shake. Everyone said how miggy brakes are supposed to be progressive so I was a bit confused at first, and then just got used to it. They worked fine if you shoved the pedal hard, but essentially nothing before then.
New pads aren't even bedded in yet and the difference is noticeable. Still the same when pushing the pedal hard, but at least some bite beforehand. Hopefully will be even better when bedded in. They are still 'soft' and 'progressive' but no longer complete junk. Therefore, if you think that your brakes are worse than they really should be, take a close look at the front pads and rotors. Mine were in a terrible state. (The back does far less of the work, should be inspected but you likely won't feel if they are working well or not.)
Other tidbits; Caught the sensors just before they went so saved a couple bob there. Had to HAMMER the rotors off with a metal bar. Likely that motorway shake was the rotors out of balance due to so much having rusted away (LHR run tonight so will see for sure). 3 cheers for TC card!
First miggy repair that wasn't a nightmare!
OSF tire is rubbing the new Bilstein. All tires need replacing soon.
Have to turn the key 10-20 times before it will crank. 
